Library Survey 2018

Please take a few moments to complete our annual library survey which will be available until midnight on 21st May.
 

All replies are anonymous. A print version is also available at the Library Desk. Thank you for your time.

New display of book jackets

 

At the end of each term we refresh the display of book jackets from hardback books
 to show a selection of new books received. 
The display is behind glass panels near the entrance to the archaeology / art room
 

John Casey Numismatics Room

On 12th March the Numismatics Room in the Library was renamed in honour of John Casey (1935-2016) who has remembered the library so generously in his will. The event was held in support of the Library Fundraising campaign and an audience of invited guests, including a number of John's friends and former colleagues. The unveiling ceremony was held after an amateur dramatic event "Queen Elizabeth and the Twelve Caesars" which retold the (true!) story of the offer of coins to Queen Elizabeth I in 1561. The play was written and directed by Andrew Burnett.

Early closure Thursday 1st March now confirmed

Due to the inclement weather and possible transport difficulties it has been decided to close the Library at 7.00 pm this evening. Unfortunately network problems have not enabled an update to be placed on our webpage.

Early closure TODAY 28th February

Due to the adverse weather conditions / travelling difficulties in London, the library will close at 7.00 pm this evening. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Library closure on Thursday 22nd February

The Institute of Classical Studies Library / Hellenic and Roman Library will be closed on Thursday 22nd February. This is because the Library staff are taking part in or supporting the University and College (UCU) Union's strike action to defend their right to a fair pension. We are hoping to open as normal on subsequent days. If anyone wishes to make comments, they are encouraged to request University management to resume negotiations with UCU. More information about the strike http://www.ucu.org.uk/why-we-are-taking-action-over-USS

Welcome to the team - two Library Assistants

The Library is very pleased to welcome back Louise Wallace, a previous Library trainee, who has recently completed a MSc in Library Science at City University, as well as Steve Cosnett, who has been working as a casual assistant for some years. Between them they are filling the position left vacant by the previous Trainee Librarian.